Not Just on Saturday Anymore
Not Just on Saturday Anymore
All the Documents You Need to Prepare for Your Divorce One of the primary purposes of your divorce settlement is to divide your marital property between yourself and your spouse in a way that is fair and equitable. (Hopefully, you and your spouse can come to an agreement on what is fair and equitable through …
Your marriage is coming to an end, and on top of the emotional event, your business could be in jeopardy too. You’ve spent years of your life painstakingly building your business into a thriving enterprise, but now your spouse could seek an ownership stake as part of your divorce settlement. Are you going to have …
How to Save Your Business in a Divorce When You Didn’t Have Time to Plan Read More »
As a Certified Financial Planner™ and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, I have a passion to help women find their voice in the financial arena. As a result, I’ve developed several key mantras over my 20+ years of experience: • There is no such thing as a dumb question • Gaining knowledge is a balm for …
For many women, the realization that a marriage is failing is a long, agonizing road. Oftentimes, a woman will know the truth in her heart for months before she builds up the courage to have that difficult conversation with her husband. If you are nearing that point, it is time to start planning for the …
One of the biggest benefits of marriage is that it often increases a couple’s financial stability as they combine their incomes and enjoy the savings of shared costs. In fact, in 2014, the average married couple filing taxes jointly reported an income of $117,795. Compare that to single, unmarried individuals who reported an income of …
From Two Incomes to One – What’s Going to Change After Divorce Read More »
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You want to give your children everything their hearts desire, but after a divorce, your financial situation is likely to face major strains. While you were married you were able to take your children on nice vacations each year, buy them designer label clothes, pay for personal music or sports lessons, and afford a special …
How to Talk to Your Children About the Financial Realities of Divorce Read More »
If you are over the age of 50 and have decided that it’s time to finally unshackle yourself from the old “ball and chain,” you are not alone. In fact, you are part of the gray divorce boom. Even as divorce rates across the United States decline, your age group is bucking the trend. Baby …
As a family law attorney and Second Saturday Leader, my role is to educate individuals about the process of divorce and to advocate for my client’s short-term needs and long-term goals. Second Saturday provides individuals with the opportunity to learn and understand what to expect from the professionals that facilitate the process of a divorce. …
Senior Second Saturday Leader and Director of Educational Outreach Melanie began her career in 2005, where she was President and CEO for her own company, Athena Financial Group, a comprehensive, independent wealth management firm. She is the founder of Divorce Financial Solutions, where she offers professional guidance and expertise required to make an informed and educated …
Co-Founder of WIFE.org and Second Saturday I started Second Saturday thirty years ago in San Diego after I met several people going through a divorce who needed non-biased comprehensive divorce information. Through our local Second Saturday divorce workshop over the past 30 years, we have helped more than 10,000 people settle their issues in a peaceful and respectful manner and have raised over $300,000 for …
Because of my own less than optimal divorce, I am a stand for families that work, and my participation in Second Saturday as a Leader is my way to impact families and more lives. It’s a way to educate and empower families about alternate divorce resolution models, to support them in understanding that litigation is …
I became a leader in Second Saturday because of my drive to help others. I am particularly passionate about helping women in transition be it retirement, divorce, or loss of a spouse. It’s very rewarding to help someone during one of the hardest times of their life. As a leader, I strive to provide education, …
My passion for Second Saturday comes directly from the experience I have had in my own life. My parents were divorced when I was very young, and I grew up in a single parent family. As a young man, I quickly noticed that our family lacked the resources of other families. As a result, I …
As a Second Saturday Leader, I am able to provide information, creative options, and support to empower individuals considering or undergoing a divorce. My passions include both education and service to others. I hope to help reduce the stress and provide the ability to make decisions that will provide long-term security and a bright future. During stressful life …
Within minutes of learning about the Second Saturday Divorce Workshops, I applied to be a Workshop Leader. Why? Because I went through my own divorce nightmare and I know how emotionally, mentally and financially challenging the divorce process can be and I want others to know, I am here and I can help them through …
When it comes to divorce smarts, workshops provide the community, caring and in-person support that are key to learning. Second Saturday Divorce Workshops SAN DIEGO – Sept. 13, 2018 – PRLog — From elementary school through college, including adults seeking continuing education, online education is here to stay. But is it right for everyone in every situation? Success in learning …
Divorce Education: The Case for In-Person Versus Online Learning Read More »
The reason that I am a Second Saturday Leader is that I want to help women who are going thru divorce to get a fair settlement and survive financially. A fair settlement is not just fifty percent of the assets and no maintenance. Second Saturday has offered us a forum to help educate participants. Only …
I became a Second Saturday leader because I had a friend going through divorce who had never handled the finances and was overwhelmed during her divorce. I guided her through the process which gave her great comfort and clarity during an incredibly tumultuous time. I realized there are many more women in her situation who …
Jean Biesecker, a family law practitioner for over 30 years with a dual degree in law and Social Work, has a family law and dispute resolution practice primarily serving clients in Montgomery and Chester counties. With over 20 years of experience and training in mediation, Jean now devotes her solo practice entirely to non-court, dispute …
Lisa Byrne, our fantastic leader in Minneapolis, MN and Orlando, FL, explains how to turbocharge your social media efforts, with a primary focus on Facebook and Google Adwords.
NOTE: This is a re-recording of an earlier version of this presentation.
It is so rewarding to share knowledge. What comes as second nature and from years of experience is like the holy grail to those who are facing the very challenging process of divorce or separation. It is very for enriching to provide knowledge to those who seek it and appreciate it. I love speaking and …
With over ten years of experience in the financial services industry, Nadia is a well-established and highly regarded wealth manager. She works alongside clients to help them identify, progress toward, and pursue their most meaningful financial and life goals. Nadia’s mission is to provide women with the knowledge and tools they need to face the financial …
Over the years, I have found that the most important element I can provide when I speak to someone is peace of mind. It might come from just listening, providing a financial solution or educating a client on a financial topic. When someone joins one of our seminars, our goal is to make sure they …
As a Second Saturday Leader, I work with women who are the main decision makers for their families. My own mother was overwhelmed with the decisions she needed to make when my father passed away, like paying the bills, balancing the volatility of the market, understanding her statements, organizing estate planning issues, and figuring out …
I am a Second Saturday Leader because I think it is very important to educate everybody, women particularly, about divorce. Divorce may be the largest financial transaction of your life, yet it often takes place during a time of often intense emotions, a time when we don’t think straight and can make very bad decisions. …
I enjoy the opportunity to help women in my community through a very difficult process. As a divorcee myself, I understand the challenges that these women face on every level. I find this workshop to be a great way to educate and empower women to make the best decision possible for themselves and their family. …
As someone who’s watched family members go through the pain of divorce, I realize many view it as a life-ending event. However, while divorce is a life-changing event, it can also be a positive one. I’ve helped so many people through the process who tell me they have better lives once we’ve settled their matter. …
Doing Second Saturday was never a burning need or desire for me. It began as a business strategy, pure and simple. Then it became part of who I am, what I do, and what I stand for. I help people who need it. Now I am humbled by the gratitude and appreciation expressed by those …
A week before my 15th wedding anniversary my husband announced that he didn’t think he wanted to be married anymore. Nearly 3.5 years later, we were finally divorced. That journey gave rise to the founding of Crossroads Consulting of South Florida, Inc. I wanted to help people prepare for life after divorce. My goal in …
